Despite President William Ruto championing the provision of universal health coverage, a cloud of uncertainty now hangs over the health of millions of secondary school students after the government terminated their comprehensive medical insurance.
The cover dubbed 'Edu-Afya' has been in use for the past four and a half years.
The decision, effective December 31, leaves parents and educators to figure out solutions amid the fears of potential impact on students' well-being.
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